OBITUARY
 Robert
"Dutch" Harrison
May 18, 1932 - December 18, 2017
Harrison, Robert "Dutch"
Robert Lee “Dutch” Harrison, born May 18, 1932 in Farmers Branch, TX,
passed away peacefully on December 18, 2017.
He was preceded in death by the love of his life and wife of 62 years,
Millie Harrison. Loving dad to Vicki and son-in-law Jerry Conway,
Diana and son-in-law John Kasa. Best pampaw in the world to Casey and
Colby Conway, and Kelli Jones. Dutch retired from Briggs-Weaver
in 1994 after 44 years of service. He proudly served in the U.S. Army
during the Korean conflict and was based in Thule, Greenland.
He loved all sports – playing football, basketball and baseball
(all-district) in high school. He was the head basketball coach for
First Baptist Carrollton
for 10 years, leading them to two state championships. Dutch ran the
scoreboard for R.L. Turner High School football games for 35 years.
He served as President of the Dallas County Umpires Association and the
Carrollton Quarterback Club. He also served on the Carrollton Parks &
Recreation Board.
Dutch was a quiet man, never complained, and was always willing to help
others. He always had a smile on his face and had an impact on everyone
he met.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 20, 2017, from 6pm – 8pm
at North Dallas Funeral Home. Dutch’s celebration of life will be held
on Thursday, December 21, 2017, at 11 am at North Dallas Funeral Home
2710 Valley View Lane, Farmers Branch, TX 75234.
Internment immediately following the service at
Hilltop Cemetery |
The Dallas Morning News - December 20, 2017
Submitted by
Harold Wayne Dennis |
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